Viewpoint
Diablo Lake Overlook
Newhalem, Washington
Turquoise glacial water below the peaks, right off the highway.
- Cost
- Free
- Booking
- No need to book
- Time to allow
- 20 min
An easy roadside viewpoint on Highway 20 with a view over Diablo Lake, a glacier-fed reservoir that glows blue-green. There are interpretive signs and a short path to a lookout. It is one of the best easy photo stops in the state.
Good to know
- Pull in during the afternoon when the water colour is strongest
- Look for the Thunder Creek trail from the lake side
- Best time
- Afternoon
- Open
- Highway 20 closed in winter
- Getting there
- Roadside viewpoint, big lot
- Vehicles
- Campervans fine
- Dogs
- Dogs on a lead
Facilities
- Toilets
The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.
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